Repoussoir
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ɹəpuˈswɑɹ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Repoussoir is a noun meaning (art) The use of an object such as a curtain extremely close up to the picture plane in a painting. This originates from Baroque paintings and is used to create depth.
Meaning
(art) The use of an object such as a curtain extremely close up to the picture plane in a painting. This originates from Baroque paintings and is used to create depth.
Word Forms
- repoussoirs
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include patch, camaieu, pochade, pointillism, closet-picture, quodlibet.
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